Ni Ding Jia Chaoshan Beef Hot Pot (Century City Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.7
4th Floor, Century Golden Source Shopping Center
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at 4th Floor, Century Golden Source Shopping Center. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Shoulder Tendon, Spoon Handle, Tendon Meat.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Ningbo
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: 4th Floor, Century Golden Source Shopping Center
- Popular dishes: Pork Shoulder Tendon, Spoon Handle, Tendon Meat, Tenderized Meat, Butcher's Big Knife Beef
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Dishes
Pork Shoulder TendonPork knuckle dish made from the front leg tendon, simmered or braised with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and sugar for a chewy, elastic texture.
Spoon HandleThe shoulder blade is a cut of beef taken from the inner layer of the cow's shoulder tender. It is sliced thinly, resulting in tender and juicy meat with clear grain patterns. Typically used for hot pot or barbecue, it can be enjoyed with simple seasonings and is a favorite dish among meat lovers.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Tenderized MeatTender meat is a dish primarily made with pork, using tender cuts such as pork tenderloin or梅花肉 (marbled pork), which are sliced, marinated, and quickly stir-fried. The dish has a bright color and tender, juicy texture.
Butcher's Big Knife BeefA dish featuring beef marinated and sliced with a large knife, then quickly stir-fried or stewed to achieve tender texture and bold presentation.
Handcrafted Fresh Beef MeatballsHandcrafted fresh beef meatballs are made primarily from fresh beef, which is manually pounded to develop elasticity. Then, appropriate amounts of starch, egg white, and scallion-ginger water are added and mixed evenly to form spherical shapes, which are then cooked by boiling or pan-frying.
Cantonese Fried Tofu SkinChao Shan fried tofu skin is a traditional snack from Chaozhou. It uses tofu skin as the main ingredient, which is filled with stuffing and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The tofu skin is fragrant and crunchy, while the filling is delicious and flavorful, offering a rich and satisfying texture.
Beef MeatballsBeef balls are made primarily from beef, which is finely chopped, mixed, and seasoned to form a meat paste. This paste is then shaped into small balls by hand or machine. Finally, the beef balls are boiled in hot water until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked. The finished beef balls have a fresh, tender texture with a chewy bite.
Beef brisket fatBeef brisket fat, primarily sourced from the fatty part of the beef chest, is carefully simmered and processed to achieve a golden yellow appearance. During preparation, the brisket fat is sliced thinly and briefly cooked with a specially crafted seasoning, preserving its original rich and aromatic flavor.
Vegetable Assortment PlatterA vegetable platter featuring fresh sliced or diced vegetables like cucumber, carrot, lettuce, tomato, and bell pepper; some versions include blanched bean sprouts or wood ear mushrooms. Vegetables are cleaned, prepared simply (sliced or shredded), arranged neatly on a plate, and served with a light dressing.
Vegetable PlatterA vegetable platter is a colorful dish made from a variety of fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers, and tomatoes, carefully sliced and prepared to preserve their natural flavor and nutrients. With simple seasoning and elegant presentation, it offers a visually appealing and healthy culinary experience.